Stockton University Launches Cannabis Degree
Discovering the Potentials of Cannabis Education in New Jersey
Stockton University in New Jersey recently introduced a significant academic advancement, showcasing a purposeful acknowledgment of the growing cannabis industry with the launch of their Bachelor of Science program in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management. This bold educational venture aligns with the increasing advocacy for legitimate, comprehensive cannabis education in the U.S., emphasized by the increasing legalization and incorporation of cannabis into various sectors.
The novel degree program is a deliberate response to the burgeoning demand for skilled professionals in the cannabis sector, driven by its escalating economic and employment opportunities in New Jersey and beyond. The NJ cannabis job market, according to Stockton’s Adjunct Professor Rob Mejia, experienced a robust 66% growth in job openings from 2023 to 2024, resulting in approximately 12,200 job opportunities in early 2024. As New Jersey’s edible cannabis business starts to flourish, so does the scope for new job creation, underscoring an optimal time for such academic initiatives.
The BS in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management isn’t solely about cannabis cultivation; it embodies a detailed curriculum on business strategies, marketing principles, and the legal landscapes, intertwined with direct industry training through internships. This turnkey educational model is poised not just to deliver graduates but industry-ready leaders equipped to handle the nuances and dynamics of the modern cannabis industry. As noted during the announcement, this is a pioneering effort in New Jersey, potentially setting a benchmark for other education institutions.
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- Original article on Stockton University’s new degree: https://stockton.edu/news/2024/new-cannabis-undergraduate-degree.html
